The epic tale of Julius Caesar begins a new, six-part series tracing the rise and tall to the Roman Empire. Historians discuss Caesar's early life and ruthless rise to power and tell of the ferocious ambition that led him to conquer Gaul, overcome the threat of his rival Pompey and eventually become a dictator.
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BBC Book: I, Caesar, price £17.99, available from bookshops
Face to Face with Caesar: pg 7